Figuring out how medical bills are paid after a car accident in Michigan is one of the most stressful challenges that people injured in an auto accident have to face. www.michiganautolaw.com/blog/2026/02...

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month in Michigan, a reminder that traumatic brain injuries are serious, life-changing, and all too often undiagnosed. Knowing the signs, getting prompt care, and protecting your rights after a crash or fall can make a lasting difference long after the ER visit.

The Michigan school bus traffic laws prohibit drivers from passing a school bus that is stopped and has its red lights flashing. Drivers must stop at least 20 feet away and cannot resume driving until the bus lights are turned off or the bus begins moving. Stop-arm cameras record drivers who pass.

Most IME doctors are not fair. They’re biased in favor of the insurance companies that hire them and pay them a lot of money to do one-time exams of people. Most of these physicians are on pre-approved lists for claims adjusters to select from so they can find reasons to deny claims/stop paying.

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The Michigan Move Over Law requires drivers to slow down and move to a different traffic lane when approaching/passing police, fire, road service and emergency response vehicles, waste collection, utility service and maintenance vehicles when any of these vehicles are stopped with flashing lights.

Distracted driving includes anything that takes away a driver’s focus and attention from the road. Distractions most often today involve drivers using a cell phone, whether that involves texting, talking, streaming, or even using apps while driving.

Why is the punishment for distracted driving vs drunk driving so different, despite both posing very similar risks of causing a car accident? The science shows that texting drivers are 23 times more likely to be involved in a car crash, and drunk drivers are 4 to 23 times more likely.

Slow left lane drivers who use the left lane for general travel rather than for the limited purpose of overtaking and passing slower vehicles in the right lane may be violating the Michigan Vehicle Code Law. #leftlanelaw #michigan #lawyer

Yes, health insurance covers car accident injuries in Michigan. Generally, it will pay when a person has coordinated No-Fault auto insurance or when medical bills exceed a certain dollar amount. However, some health plans exclude auto accidents and fail to cover all of the necessary services.

Michigan traffic fatalities have decreased nearly 3% over the past 4 years, even though total car accidents increased 2.2% over the same period. Significantly, the number of fatal car crashes in Michigan went from 1,068 in 2021 to 1,012 in 2024 – a 5.2% decrease.

While we cannot do much about heavy downpours causing slick roads, most crashes during a rainstorm are still completely preventable. Most crashes are caused by driving too fast for road and weather conditions. #caraccidentinrain #lawyer #michigan

It is common to have a headache after a minor car accident, even if you didn’t hit your head. Seeking immediate medical attention is crucial because this symptom can indicate a more serious injury, such as a traumatic brain injury or concussion. www.michiganautolaw.com/blog/2026/03...

The Michigan speeding car accident law allows crash victims who have been injured by speeding drivers to recover pain and suffering compensation as well as money damages to cover their crash-related medical bills and lost wages and earnings when their injuries disable them from returning to work.

The dangers of distracted driving put distracted drivers and everyone else on the road at risk of being injured or killed. Because distraction takes a driver’s attention and mind off the road, distracted drivers are drastically more likely to cause a serious car accident.

If you were in a rear ended car accident in Michigan and now have lower back pain, you should take it seriously because it could result in chronic pain as well as a long-term or a permanent disability. #michigan #lowerbackpain #rearendcaraccident #nofault

The Michigan speeding car accident law allows crash victims who have been injured by speeding drivers to recover pain and suffering compensation as well as money damages to cover their crash-related medical bills and lost wages and earnings when their injuries disable them from returning to work.

This Thursday, Michigan Auto Law Attorney Alex Kemp will be the featured speaker at a Connectionology webinar titled "How to Use AI in Truck Accident Cases: Practical Strategies to Maximize Your Results."

The Michigan texting and driving law is intended to stop drivers from using a hand-held cell phone or mobile electronic device to text, make calls, watch videos, or go on social media while they’re behind the wheel. www.michiganautolaw.com/blog/2025/04...

Let’s talk about who has the right of way when merging in traffic. We could categorize this as part of the seemingly lost art of safely driving in merging traffic. www.michiganautolaw.com/blog/2026/02...

In Michigan, Medicare Part A does cover auto accident related injuries but under certain circumstances. But unlike No-Fault auto insurance, it will want to be reimbursed and it will not cover all of the vital medical care services that a car accident victim needs.

It is important to know what to do when traffic lights are out at an intersection in Michigan. State law requires that drivers treat it as a 4-way stop, which means stopping before entering the intersection, following the right-of-way rules and exercising “ordinary care” as you drive through.

In Michigan, if you’ve been seriously injured, or a loved one was killed in a head on collision, one of the most important things you can do is hire an experienced auto accident attorney who will fight for you and your family to get you the compensation and money damages you are legally entitled to.

Michigan Auto Law Attorney Jordan Ewald speaks with Dana Denha about what makes roundabouts safer than other intersections, and how to avoid accidents within them. youtu.be/0xZKT14Ydb4

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As a featured speaker at a legal conference for injury attorneys who litigate serious truck injury and bus accident cases, I pointed out how the Michigan school bus driver training regulations are set to a lower standard and school bus drivers are exempt from many important federal safety laws.

The Michigan parking lot accident laws protect drivers, pedestrians and vehicle owners when they are injured and/or their vehicles are damaged in a crash. The laws provide No-Fault benefits to pay medical bills, lost wages, damage repair costs as well as pain and suffering compensation.

A failure to yield car accident is one of the most common types of motor vehicle accidents, and it is the fourth-most common cause of fatal accidents. If you were hit by a negligent driver who failed to yield the right of way, you may be able to recover for your pain and suffering and medical bills.

Generally, you can pass a school bus in Michigan if it's in motion or its red lights are not flashing. However, if it has stopped and its red lights are flashing, then you must stop and wait until it turns off its lights. Unlawfully driving around will result in fines, court costs and possibly jail.

Drivers may need “qualified health coverage” (QHC) in order to save money on their Michigan No-Fault car insurance law. To select a lower PIP medical coverage level – which is presumably supposed to cost less – a driver must have their own health insurance that meets the No-Fault’s QHC requirements.

Knee injuries from car accidents are common, often caused by impact with the dashboard or steering wheel during a crash. Symptoms range from pain and swelling to instability, difficulty walking, and clicking or popping sounds during movement. Timely medical evaluation and treatment are essential.

PLPD insurance only covers medical bills, lost wages and liability (when someone sues you for causing a crash). Full coverage insurance also covers medical bills, wage loss and liability, but it also includes vehicle damage and pain and suffering compensation when injured by an underinsured driver.

A Michigan truck accident lawsuit will allow you to recover a settlement for compensation and money damages when you or a family member has been injured or lost their life in a truck crash. youtu.be/DFe217in05A

Michigan Auto Law Attorney Jordan Ewald discusses Kelsey's Law and our yearly Kelsey's Law Scholarship on WJRT-TV (ABC) Channel 12, Flint. Our scholarship is accepting entries with a due date of March 1. To enter or for more information, please visit www.michiganautolaw.com/scholarships...

In Michigan, car accident settlement is not taxable income for an injured victim who receives income for pain and suffering, medical bills and most lost wages. But the payments for No-Fault attendant care services in a settlement are taxable to those providers.

In Michigan, generally, if you let someone else drive your car they are typically covered by your insurance policy as long as you give them permission, they have a valid Michigan driver’s license and own a vehicle that is registered and insured in Michigan and aren’t excluded from your policy.

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If you are experiencing back pain after a car accident, you can sue for pain and suffering compensation and money damages if you can show that the at-fault driver was negligent and your injuries resulted in a “serious impairment of body function.” You must also file your lawsuit within 3 years.

If you or a loved one has been injured in one of the many icy road accidents that occur every winter in Michigan, you need an experienced car accident lawyer to help you protect your legal rights and get the compensation and money damages you deserve. www.michiganautolaw.com/blog/2026/01...

Burns from a car accident are serious, painful injuries that frequently require extensive medical treatment including skin graft and reconstructive surgeries as well as physical therapy and pain medication. An experienced attorney can help you with benefits and compensation.

Michigan Auto Law trial attorney Josh Terebelo will be the featured speaker at the Michigan Association for Justice's February 26th national webinar on strategies for deposing defense medical examiners. For more info, visit: www.michiganjustice.org?pg=semwebCat...

If you were injured in a self-driving car accident in Michigan, fault may fall on multiple parties, including the human driver, the vehicle manufacturer, the software or ADS developer, a fleet or SAVE-project operator, or other companies responsible for the vehicle’s automated-operation technology.

Compensation is available if you suffered sciatica injury after a car accident in Michigan. It can include No-Fault insurance benefits, compensation for your pain and suffering and excess medical expenses and future lost wages and other economic damages depending on the severity of the injury.

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Preparing for a car accident in Michigan means knowing what to do before, during, and after a crash to protect your safety, health, and legal rights. Having the right documents, acting correctly at the scene, and getting prompt medical and insurance follow-up can prevent costly mistakes.

The best way to survive a snowstorm in your car is to be prepared and have a plan for what to do to keep you and your family safe. Your snowstorm safety plan should include: emergency supplies; remaining inside your vehicle; staying warm; and being able to call and signal rescuers for help.

An experienced attorney can guide you through every stage of the car accident lawsuit process in, ensuring your rights are protected and you have the best chance of securing fair compensation.

No, you don’t have to use the body shop the insurance company recommends. Your car accident repair rights allow you to choose a body shop of your choice to repair collision damage. www.michiganautolaw.com/blog/2026/01...

Grateful moments like this remind us why we do what we do. Recently, our attorney Alex Kemp received a thoughtful letter from a former client, and it truly meant the world to our team. We’re honored by the trust and pride our clients place in us long after a matter is resolved.

You can always get a second opinion from another lawyer in Michigan about your case. You have a right to be informed about your case and you should exercise that right if your current attorney is not returning your calls, informing you on the status of your case, and not making your case a priority.